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David was born into a distinguished Anglo-Jewish family where
his love for both music and prayer was encouraged from an
early age. He is the grandson of Rabbi Judah Rockman, z'l, an
esteemed ambassador of British Jewry for over half a century.
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David Rome
At the age of 18, David became Hazzan at one of London's
most prestigious congregations - Ilford United Synagogue - and
has been with the Community ever since. Having completed
his Cantorial training under the guidance of Cantor Stephen
Robins, David has become a renowned wedding singer and
has served as Hazzan at Cockfosters and N Southgate, and
Woodside Park Synagogues.
For two years, he led services at
Mill Hill Synagogue on a regular basis, as well as directing the
Nussach Hatefilla programme at Hasmonean High School.
David has been a leading soloist with the London Cantorial
Singers since 2006, performing both nationally and
internationally. In 2008, David was invited to perform at
the "Chanukah in Trafalgar Square" ceremony, where he had
the honour of perfoming in the presence of 5,000 people
as well as the Mayor of London.
Concomitantly with his
musical accomplishments, David has also pursued a degree in
Humanities, graduating in 2011 from University College London
with a BA Honours degree. He is an accomplished pianist, with
a wide repertoire ranging from Jazz to Cantorial music.
David has been acclaimed for bridging the gap between
traditional and modern Jewish music. Through his musical
endeavours, he aims to “enhance the beauty of the services
within the framework of the traditional modes of prayer,
interlaced with a modern musical outlook.”
To contact David Rome you can e-mail:
office@ilfordsynagogue.co.uk